1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 761 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 965 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 965 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |
